Audemars Piguet - The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XIV Hong Kong Friday, May 27, 2022 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Audemars Piguet
    Year: Circa 1990s
    Reference No: 25754.958
    Movement No: 387’993
    Case No: C88641
    Model Name: Jules Audemars Dual-Time Power Reserve
    Material: Platinum
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 2129, 35 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Platinum Audemars Piguet integrated bracelet, max length 200mm
    Clasp/Buckle: Platinum Audemars Piguet folding clasp
    Dimensions: 36mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by undated Audemars Piguet warranty, World Time Zones card, instruction manual, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    A tribute to one of the founding fathers of the manufacture since 1875, Jules-Louis Audemars, during the 1990s, the brand released the Jules Audemars collection to honor his vision of creating mechanical perfection. A series where excellence meets elegance, the brand released reference 25685, a dual-time wristwatch with date and power reserve powered by the self-winding ultra-thin calibre 2129. Designed with simplicity and legibility in mind, the elegance of Roman numerals surround the two sunken registers, each displaying the second time zone and the date, as well as large fan shaped power reserve that sits on the left of the dial. The reference were available in white and blue, with an elevated variant in black with diamond hour markers.

    The present stunning example is not only fitted with an exceedingly rare black onyx dial with gorgeous silvered over-laid text, the hours are marked with sparkling diamonds. Heightening its exuberance the bezel is furthermore bedazzled with diamonds and is worn with the intricate beads of rice integrated bracelet. Highly exquisite and a rare specimen, the ref. 25754 not only wears with incredible comfort thanks to its slim profile, but also in sophisticated style. It is worth noting that the inner bezel is also stamped with "641" matching the case number of the watch.

    Preserved in absolutely attractive condition, the present timepiece is accompanied with its original guarantee and accessories. Interestingly, likely to be an oversight during the sale of the present timepiece, the movement is miswritten with a 387’992 serial instead of its correct 387’993 serial. Nevertheless, the Jules Audemars Dual-time Power Reserve is perfect for the discerned collector who is looking for a” not-your average” dress watch.

  • Artist Biography

    Audemars Piguet

    Swiss • 1881

    A specialist in the manufacture of complications since it was established in 1881, Audemars Piguet never ceases to impress with a rich history of creating bold, even audacious, timepieces underpinned by traditional watchmaking at its finest. This Le Brassus-based Swiss manufacturer is one of only two major manufacturers still owned by the founding family. Since its earliest days, AP is considered a leader in the field of minute repeaters and grande complication pocket and wristwatches. The brand is devoted to preserving the history of watchmaking in the Vallée de Joux, showcased at their superb museum in Le Brassus.

    Today, the brand is best known for its Royal Oak models, a revolutionary luxury sports watch launched in 1972. Other key models include early minute repeating wristwatches, vintage chronograph wristwatches, such as the oversized reference 5020, perpetual calendar watches and the Royal Oak Offshore, first introduced in 1993.

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Ref. 25754.958
An exceedingly rare, sophisticated and attractive platinum dual-time wristwatch with onyx dial, diamond-set bezel and dial and hour-markers, date, power reserve indication, integrated bracelet, warranty and presentation box

Circa 1990s
36mm diameter
Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed

Estimate
HK$160,000 - 240,000 
€20,400-30,600
$20,500-30,800

Sold for HK$226,800

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Thomas Perazzi
Head of Watches, Asia 
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The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XIV

Hong Kong Auction 27 - 28 May 2022